Guide to Epcot International Festival of the Arts

This new Epcot International Festival of the Arts will blend the best Disney Broadway performers, artists and culinary creations to create a true masterpiece for 6 weekends. Held Fridays through Mondays starting Jan. 13 – Feb. 20, 2017, the Festival will feature new art each week, making each weekend original.

Week One Times Guide

Week Two Times Guide

Festival Highlights Include:

Animation Academy! at Innoventions 9:15am-6:15pm
Community Arts Showcase – Choral at Odyssey Center 10:00 & 11:20am
Living statues at Fountain Plaza area 10:55am-5:40pm
Live Performance Art at Fountain Stage – 3:10pm
Community Showcase Performances at Fountain Stage – 10:00am, 11:20am
Origami & Anime Class in Japan – 1:30-3:30pm
Kagami Biraki in Japan – 4:30pm
Caligraphy in Mitsukoshi in Japan – 4:45pm
Git Hoan Dancers (People of the Salmon) WEEK TWO 11:30, 12:30
Artist appearances
Disney on Broadway Concert Series
Culinary masterpieces
Community arts musical showcase
Gallery exhibits
Artful photo ops
Workshops and seminars with visiting artists
Commemorative merchandise
Interactive mural
Walking chalk gallery and more!

More to Explore

Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt – “Can you find Figment? Slip into sleuth mode while searching for clues that lead to the elusive little dragon—leave no painting in the World Showcase unturned!”

Disney on Broadway Stars Take Center Stage

Jan. 13-16 and 20-23: Ashley Brown and Josh Strickland performing songs from: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid

Jan. 27-30 and Feb. 3-6: Kerry Butler and Kevin Massey performing songs from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Newsies and Aladdin

Feb. 10-13 and 17-20: Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White performing songs from Disney’s The Lion King, Aida, Aladdin and The Little Mermaid

Performances take place at America Gardens Theater and will be 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday through Monday of each festival weekend.

Dining Packages

The Dining package includes a three-course meal or full buffet and priority seating at the 8:00 p.m. concert at participating Epcot restaurants. Prices range from $39-$69+ tax for adults, $23-$41+tax for children.

Participating Restaurants

Akershus
Biergarten
Coral Reef
Garden Grill
Rose & Crown

Breakfast Pricing (excludes tax and gratuity)

Akershus – Adult $54; Child $32
Garden Grill – Adult $39; Child $28

Lunch Pricing (excludes tax and gratuity)

Akershus – Adult $69; Child $41
Biergarten – Adult $39; Child $22
Coral Reef – Adult $69; Child $24
Garden Grill – Adult $57; Child $34
Rose & Crown – Adult $58; Child $23

Dinner Pricing (excludes tax and gratuity)

Akershus – Adult $69; Child $41
Biergarten – Adult $53; Child $29
Coral Reef – Adult $69; Child $24
Garden Grill – Adult $57; Child $34
Rose & Crown – Adult $58; Child $23

Dining Event Package Details

Guaranteed 8:00 PM concert seating at the America Gardens Theatre
Seating badges are provided at the restaurant
Guests should check-in 15 minutes prior to reservation
Call 407-WDW-DINE to book these meals

Food Studios Kiosks

Food Studios will showcase culinary creations so delicious and intricate, guests may not know if the menus are for admiring or eating. Disney chefs will surely encourage guests it’s the latter.

Gluten Free items are marked “GF,” and Vegetarian items are marked “V”

Cuisine Classique – Near Germany

Braised Beef Short Rib with Parsnip Purée, Broccolini, Baby Tomatoes and Aged Balsamic
$7.50 DDP Snack
Seared Red Snapper with braised Ratatouille and Lemon-Thyme Beurre Blanc (GF)
$7.50 DDP Snack
Port Wine Poached Pear, Vanilla Panna Cotta and Pistachio Crumbs (GF)
$6.00 DDP Snack
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
$5.50 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
$4.00
Bell’s Two Hearted American-style India Pale Ale
$4.00
Duck Rabbit Milk Stout
$4.00
Beer Braising Flight
$9.00
Campo Viejo Rioja Reserva Art Series
$5.50
Bottled Water
$3.00 DDP Snack

Decadent Delights – World Showcase Plaza

Deconstructed Purple Sweet Potato Pie, Salted Caramel, Bourbon-soaked Cake and Marshmallow Whipped Cream
$6.50 DDP Snack
Dark Chocolate S’mores: Homemade Graham Cracker, Vanilla Kisses and White Chocolate “Fire”
$6.50 DDP Snack
Crisp Caramel Chocolate Mousse Bar, Flavored Merengue Kisses and Passion Fruit Mousse
$6.75 DDP Snack
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
$5.50 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Ferreira 10 Year Old Port
$10.50
Cherry Heering Liqueur
$10.50
Courvoisier V.S.Cognac
$10.50
Bottled Water
$3.00 DDP Snack

E=AT² – World Showcase Plaza

Classic Reuben: Classic Reuben with Shredded Corned Beef, Thousand Island Dressing, Pickled Red Cabbage, and a Rye Curl
$6.00 DDP Snack
BLT with Crispy Pork Belly, Tomato Jam, and Soft Poached Egg
$6.50 DDP Snack
Cobb Salad with Smoked Duck Breast, Avocado Mousse, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon and Blue Cheese (GF)
$7.50 DDP Snack
Figment White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF, V)
$7.00 DDP Snack
White Chocolate Mickey Puzzle with Artist Palette (GF) (V)
$6.50 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Deconstructed Breakfast (Alcoholic): Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake with Maple Bourbon Cream, a Waffle Crisp and Candied Bacon
$10.50
Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake with Maple Syrup, a Waffle Crisp and Candied Bacon (non-alcoholic)
$4.50 DDP Snack
Pop-Artsicle: Red, White and Blue Frozen Slushy (non-alcoholic)
$3.75 DDP Snack
Bottled Water:
$3.00 DDP Snack

Masterpiece Kitchen – near Canada

Smoked Salmon Tartare, Caviar, Crisp Lavash and Traditional Accompaniments
$12.00
Wild Mushroom Risotto, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings and Zinfandel Reduction (V)
$9.00
Charcuterie Palette with Artisan Cured Meats, Nueske’s Smoked Duck Breast and Cheese
$14.00
Triple Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Crunch, Dark Chocolate Sauce and Gold Leaf from Disney’s Master Pastry Chef $9.25 DDP Snack
White Chocolate Puzzle on an Artist Palette (GF) (V)
$6.50 DDP Snack
Mickey and Pluto White Chocolate Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF) (V)
$7.00 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque Brut Champagne
$12.00
Classic Sidecar with a Chocolate Twist
$9.25
The Meeker Vineyard Winemakers’ Handprint Merlot
$9.50
Bottled Water:
$3.00 DDP Snack

Painter’s Palate – Odyssey building between Test Track and Mexico

Trio of Savory Croissant Doughnuts: $9.50 DDP Snack
- Whipped Herb Cream Cheese with Sea Salt
- Chicken Mousse with Fresh Herbs and Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Spicy Tuna with Sriracha Mayonnaise and Sesame Seeds
Margherita Flatbread with Basil Pesto and Balsamic Drizzle (V)
$5.25 DDP Snack
Pop’t Art: Abstract Designed Sugar Cookie with Chocolate Hazelnut Filling (V)
$4.00 DDP Snack
White Chocolate Figment Puzzle on an Artist Palette
$6.50 DDP Snack
Mary Blair White Chocolate Art Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF) (V)
$7.00 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Pomegranate Mule featuring the Ginger People Ginger Beer and Van Gogh Vodka
$9.50
Breckenridge Nitro Vanilla Porter
$4.00
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout
$4.00
3 Daughters Queens Court Strawberry Blonde Nitro
$4.00
Neapolitan Beer Flight
$9.00
Bottled Water
$3.00 DDP Snack

Pop Eats! – World Showplace Plaza

Sous Vide Venison with Butternut Squash Purée, Pomegranate Reduction, Pickled Turnip and Juniper Berry Powder (GF)
$7.50 DDP Snack
Shrimp Ceviche with Lime Mint Foam (GF)
$6.00 DDP Snack
Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Chocolate (V)
$4.25 DDP Snack
Goofy White Chocolate Puzzle on an Artist Palette
$6.50 DDP Snack
Pop’t Art: Modern-design Sugar Cookie with Chocolate Hazelnut Filling (V)
$4.00 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Popping Bubbles Cocktail
$9.50
Cloudem Silver Sparkling Wine
$9.00
Bottled Water
$3.00 DDP Snack

The Artist’s Table – America Pavilion

Roasted Pork Roulade with Marble Potatoes, Baby Carrots and Red Wine Sauce featuring Melissa’s Produce
$6.50 DDP Snack
Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp (GF)
$6.25 DDP Snack
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
$5.50 DDP Snack

Beverages:

Callebaut Belgian Sipping Chocolate Flight: White, Milk, Dark (non-alcoholic)
$8.00
Callebaut Belgian Sipping Chocolate: Dark Chocolate with Chambord
$9.75
Perla Santa Coffee-flavored Wine
$9.50
Bottled Water
$3.00

El Arista Hambriento (Before you reach Mexico Pavilion on the Right)

Huarache: Grilled Corn Dough topped with Flank Steak, Black Beans, Salsa de Chile de Arbol, Frisee Lettuce, Shredded Carrots and Red Cabbage topped with Queso Fresco and Chipotle Mayonaisse $8.50
Choriqueso: Taco served with Chorizo, Chihuahua Cheese, Poblano, Red and Green Peppers garnished with micro cilantro $6.95

Beverages

Margaritas on the Rocks
Passion Fruit Coconut $13.75
Mandarin Ginger $14.25
Bohemia Pilsner served with Kahlua Floater $9.25
Bottled Water $3.00

Other Festival Foods

Block & Hans
Beverages:

Festival Cabernet Sauvignon, CA
Festival Chardonnay, CA
Anchor Brewing Meyer Lemon Lager, San Francisco, CA
Coppertail Brewing Free Dive IPA, Tampa, FL
Founders Porter, Grand Rapids, MI
M.I.A. Brewing Mega Mix Pale Ale, Miami, FL

Fife & Drum
Food:

Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie

Funnel Cakes
Food:

Gingerbread Funnel Cake

Japan Pavilion
Food:

Kabuki Café Kiosk: Futomaki Sushi
Tokyo Dining: Chirashi Sushi and Sashimi

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company
Beverages:
All Festival specialty drinks served hot or cold.

Canada: Night Sky Latte: A delicious shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with Creamy Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, topped with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
Disney Traders: Cinnamon Sensation: A shot of Italian Espresso mixed with RumChata and Cinnamon Whiskey, blended with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
Future World East: Painted Lady Latte: A shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with rich Baileys Espresso Créme Liqueur, topped with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
The American Adventure: Dreamy Bourbon: A shot of Italian Espresso mixed with Bourbon Whiskey Cream Liqueur, blended with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream

Joy of Tea
Food:

Traditional Chinese Golden Fish
Panda Rice Cake

Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie
Food:

Opera Cake

Refreshment Cool Post
Food:

Chilled Shrimp, Quinoa, Layered Vegetables, Spiced Yogurt and Red Pepper Coulis

Refreshment Port
Food:

Croissant Doughnut filled with Pastry Cream and topped with Colored Pearls

Tangierine Café
Food:

Homemade Falafel with Pickled Beets and Turnip, Tomato Salad and Tahini Sauce

Seminars (Free) – Odyssey Festival Showplace

Weekend ONE

Friday

Cel Painting – 1:30pm
From Animated Films to Theme Parks – 4:30pm

Saturday

Artisan Spice Blends Seminar and Tasting – 1:30pm
Watermelon Carving – 4:30pm

Sunday

Tea Discovery – 1:30pm
Photography 101: Magic with Water – 4:30pm

Monday

Napkin Folding – 1:30pm
Photography 101: Lighting and Perspective – 4:30pm

Weekend TWO:

Friday

Andrew Wyeth in Maine – 1:30pm
Art Exhibition – 4:30pm

Saturday

Watermelon Carving – 1:30pm
Aromatherapy – 4:30pm

Sunday

Home Brewing- 1:30pm
Stories from a National Park Painter – 4:30pm

Monday

The Art of Henna – 1:30pm
Photography 101: Closer, Sweeter, Better – 4:30pm

ART WORKSHOPS (Extra Fee) – Odyssey Festival Showplace

You can sign up for interactive workshops like the Gesture Drawing Class, led by former Disney animator Todd Bright. Gesture drawing of people is foundational practice for animators, storyboard artists, and directors. A single drawing tells a story. Todd’s Story Telling Drawings class will teach you the art of quick sketching from life.

Other select workshops include watercolor painting, mixed media art, calligraphy and floral arrangements. The Interactive Workshops are $39+tax each Friday-Monday of the Festival.

You can book now by calling 407-WDW-PLAY. A great benefit to Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members: 15 percent off the select experiences.

All appearances, presentations and events are subject to change without notice. All Interactive Workshops will take place in the Odyssey Festival Showplace, located in Future World, Epcot®.

Weekend ONE: JANUARY 13 – 16, 2017

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2017 11:00 AM
“Magical” Mixed Media Art, Rachelle Eason, BoiLedBooks Create a magnificent mixed media piece using BoiLeD BooK paper and paint. We’ll finish it off with a mat and some sparkle for a magical masterpiece to display!

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2017 11:00 AM
Gesture Drawing Class, Todd Bright, Disney Animator “Story Telling Drawings:” Come learn the art of quick sketching from life with a Disney animator. Gesture drawing of people is foundational practice for animators, story board artists, and directors. A single drawing can tell a story.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 2017 11:00 AM
Floral Arranging with a Disney Floral & Gifts Designer Imagine the Pixie-dusted possibilities as the Disney Floral Designers show you how to make a little floral design magic! In this session we will teach you the basic floral design principles and show you how to create a petite Tinker Bell inspired floral arrangement – all it takes is faith, trust, and a little pixie dust!

MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2017 11:00 AM
Modern Macramé, Sara Stoff, Fiber Macramé is the art of knotting rope to make patterns. In this class you will learn basic macramé knots and how to make a modern wall hanging. Fun for the whole family!

Weekend TWO: JANUARY 20 – 23, 2017

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2017 11:00 AM
Floral Arranging with a Disney Floral & Gifts Designer Mickey Mouse is in the house! Let the Disney Floral Designers show you some of our favorite ways to add a little touch of Mickey-magic to any floral arrangement. During this session, we will share basic floral design principles along with some Disney inspirations to help you bring the magic of Disney home at any time of the year!

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21, 2017 11:00 AM
Watercolor Love, Rachelle Eason, BoiLedBooks Paint a wonderful work of art blending watercolors to create a beautiful sentiment. A choice of shapes will be available for your selection. We’ll finish it off with a mat and your watercolor art will be quite a delight!

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22, 2017 11:00 AM
Become an Artisan Spice Blend Mix-Master, Pam Smith, P.S. Flavor™ Learn how to blend spices the P.S. Flavor! way and become a top chef in your own kitchen! You will be mixing a P.S. Flavor! spice blend to your own tastes and using it to create a vibrant vinaigrette and sensational salad… flavor from start to finish!

MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2017 11:00 AM
The Artistry of Amorette’s Patisserie, Jade Bowser, Amorette’s Patisserie, Disney Springs™ Come learn the artistry behind the decorating techniques of Amorette’s signature “petite cake.” We will cover how to buttercream and decorate a cake while discovering the unique artistic touches of Amorette’s Patisserie. In the end, you will have a one of a kind cake designed to honor Epcot!

Weekend THREE: JANUARY 27 – 30, 2017

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2017 11:00 AM
Truffle Making, Amy Holmes & Kathleen Dunn, The Ganachery, Disney Springs™ Learn to roll and decorate your own truffles using the Signature Ganachery Chocolate and pick up a few tips and tricks from the talented team of Chocolatiers!

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2017 11:00 AM
Ink & Paint Animation, Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink And Paint Artist Learn about the history of 2D Cel Animation and paint your very own Ink & Paint Cel!

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29, 2017 11:00 AM
The Art of Mixology, Eric Foster, Stacole Fine Wines & Spirits Learn from a top mixologist as you experience a hands-on cocktail making workshop! Elevate classic cocktails by adding your own artistic touch and transform the simple cocktail to elegant using craft ingredients.

MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 2017 11:00 AM
Animation 101, Todd Bright, Disney Animator Create your own animated Flip Book while learning the fundamental Principles of Animation with a Disney animator. Watch your drawings come to life!

Weekend FOUR: FEBRUARY 3 – 6, 2017

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2017 11:00 AM
Ink & Paint Animation, Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink And Paint Artist Learn about the history of 2D Cel Animation and paint your very own Ink & Paint Cel!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2017 11:00 AM
Valentine Card Making, Tona Bell, The Paper Seahorse Make a beautiful handmade love note for Valentine’s or anytime. You will learn to make your own origami heart card and envelope. Then you will learn how to hand letter the greeting. Make with your hands and give from your heart.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2017 11:00 AM
Intro to Modern Calligraphy, Singling Lee, CalligraLee Learn the basics of pointed pen calligraphy and work on a special project in class together. We will cover topics such as mastering faux calligraphy, how to hold your oblique pen, letter formation, common issues you may run into, and which paths you can take with your new skill!

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2017 11:00 AM
Artfully Blending Tea, Karon Cannon, Tea Craze Just like an artist creates a painting, you will create your own aromatic tea blend. In this fun and interactive workshop, we’ll discuss what tea is, the basics of blending, then set you free to blend your own tea using herbs and botanicals. When you finish your creation, you will take it home with you!

Weekend FIVE: FEBRUARY 10 – 13, 2017

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2017 11:00 AM
Handwritten Typography, Simone Miranda, Creative Services Manager, Walt Disney World® Nothing is more personal than typography created by hand. It conveys time and thought lovingly invested into the art form of a word. Learn how to draw your own hand drawn typography to create personalized gifts and cards.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2017 11:00 AM
Become an Artisan Spice Blend Mix-Master, Pam Smith, P.S. Flavor™ Learn how to blend spices the P.S. Flavor!™ way and become a top chef in your own kitchen! You will be mixing a P.S. Flavor!™ spice blend to your own tastes and then using it to create delicious dips and smoky spreads… flavor from start to finish!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2017 11:00 AM
Olive Oil 101, Marcy Elias, The Olive Pantry Join us for a demonstration and tasting of recipes using The Olive Pantry’s gourmet olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Learn how to incorporate Ultra Premium certified extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars to make your own home cooked meals healthy and delicious.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2017 11:00 AM
Jewelry Making: Crystal Light Cuff Bracelet, Lymarie Suarez-Rivera, Arie Jewelry, Artegon Marketplace Discover the craft of jewelry making and create your own beaded cuff bracelet using wire and crystal beads. Leave the workshop with your unique piece of jewelry and a new talent!

Weekend SIX: FEBRUARY 17 – 20, 2017

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2017 11:00 AM
Ink & Paint Animation, Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink And Paint Artist Learn about the history of 2D Cel Animation and paint your very own Ink & Paint Cel!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2017 11:00 AM
Floral Arranging with a Disney Floral & Gifts Designer During this session, the Disney Floral Designers will show you how to create a Valentine inspired arrangement. We will teach you basic floral design principles, tips and techniques so you can recreate the magic at home at any time of the year. Share the love with someone special or keep this one for yourself!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2017 11:00 AM
Abstract Painting: A journey in bringing Your Art to Life, Crystal Dombrowsky, Crystal Dombrowksy Art Work Enjoy a fun creative journey through self-expression to reveal your unique Artistic voice. Bring your abstract art to life as you paint a one of a kind Masterpiece!

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2017 11:00 AM
Animation 101, Todd Bright, Disney Animator Create your own animated Flip Book while learning the fundamental Principles of Animation with a Disney animator. Watch your drawings come to life!